Central New Hampshire Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

CONCORD, NH, USA - FEBRUARY 18, 2020: Clock on Main street. Street view of city in New Hampshire NH, USA.
CONCORD, NH, USA - FEBRUARY 18, 2020: Clock on Main street. Street view of city in New Hampshire NH, USA.
Classic New England covered bridge in Newport, NH.
I was out hiking with a friend of mine around Butternut Pond in Grantham, NH and came across this old logging road bridge.
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Have you ever stayed in a treehouse? If not, you should add it to your bucket list. It was such a cool experience! We found this one on Airbnb. If you ever find yourself in New Hampshire, you should check it out!

Photo credit: Emily Thomas

Here's the link to the treehouse https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/28368603?source_impression_id=p3_1560190994_wF3vaV3zLIRg%2BJKf just in case. :)

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Where to stay in Central New Hampshire

View of docks on Lake Winnipesaukee in Weirs Beach, Laconia, New

Weirs Beach

Lake views, live music and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Weirs Beach. Make a stop by Lake Winnipesaukee or Winnipesaukee Pier while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Weirs Beach
Silver cascade in the White mountains

Eidelweiss Village

Eidelweiss Village might not have many top sights, but Conway Station and Saco River are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eidelweiss Village
Houses with a garden in South Down Shores, Laconia, New Hampshire

South Down Shores

While South Down Shores isn't home to many top sights, Paugus Bay and Ahern State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Down Shores
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Pine River Pond

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pine River Pond and surrounding area, you can visit Balch Pond and Great East Lake.

Pine River Pond
Panoramic aerial view of Meredith Bay in Lake Winnipesaukee in fall from town center of Meredith, New Hampshire NH, USA.

Bayside

While there might not be top attractions in Bayside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paugus Bay and Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa.

Bayside
Fire and Ice sunset

Plummer Point

While Plummer Point isn't home to many top sights, Weirs Beach and Paugus Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.

Plummer Point
Fireside Inn & Suites West Lebanon

Fireside Inn & Suites West Lebanon

2.5 out of 5
25 Airport Road West Lebanon NH
The price is AU$211 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$211
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Lebanon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Environment, upgraded room and food

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Fireside Inn & Suites West Lebanon
Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake

Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake

3 out of 5
281 Daniel Webster Hwy Meredith NH
The price is AU$264 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$264
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Meredith. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (934 reviews)
Nice room great view

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
Hanover Inn Dartmouth

Hanover Inn Dartmouth

4 out of 5
Two East Wheelock Street Hanover NH
The price is AU$348 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$348
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (914 reviews)
The room was very comfortable, I got room service twice and it came quickly and the servers were very helpful (I was nursing an injured leg). Front desk and valet were equally wonderful.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Hanover Inn Dartmouth
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski

Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski

Gilford NH
Stay at this ski holiday home in Gilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (170 reviews)
Great spot for families! This was our groups second year going. Lots of space and close to everything. Had a blast.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski
Misty Harbor Resort, walk to concerts at NH Bank Pavilion beach on Lake Winni.

Misty Harbor Resort, walk to concerts at NH Bank Pavilion beach on Lake Winni.

Gilford NH
Stay at this beach condo in Gilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a water park. Popular attractions Gunstock Mountain Resort and Lake Winnipesaukee are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (138 reviews)
The condo was neat and clean with some courtesy amendments. Gloria (owner) was very friendly and generous!

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Misty Harbor Resort, walk to concerts at NH Bank Pavilion beach on Lake Winni.
Waterfront cabin near Fish Cove with private dock, water access, firepit, grill

Waterfront cabin near Fish Cove with private dock, water access, firepit, grill

Meredith NH
Stay at this holiday home in Meredith. Enjoy a pool table, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lake Winnipesaukee and Beaver Island are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (11 reviews)
Perfect for a weekend getaway. The kids LOVED swimming out to the raft. Wish we’d had another day!

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Waterfront cabin near Fish Cove with private dock, water access, firepit, grill
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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